Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

PACE is seeking a Design Engineer with a focused background in water resources (water and wastewater systems). This position will entail performing a wide variety of engineering analyses and design requiring excellent engineering ability, as well as verbal and written communication skills. Initially, the position will involve supporting a number of projects in the construction phase, requiring travel to project sites, but ultimately, the position is intended to be performed mainly from PACE’s office. Engineering functions of this position will include:

 

• Water treatment

• Wastewater treatment

• Pumping and water conveyance facilities

• Water storage facilities

• Construction administration / support

 

Responsibilities may include:

1. Perform hydraulic calculations and equipment sizing

2. Initial field / construction work

3. Construction document preparation (specifications and drawings)

4. Creating details in AutoCAD

5. Research

6. Field studies

7. Technical writing

8. Hydraulic modeling

9. Conduct site visits as required

10. Engineering support during construction including RFI and submittal responses, coordination on construction matters, construction site engineering support, and attending construction progress meetings

11. Coordination with vendors

 

 

Requirements

· Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental or related engineering field.

· Passed EIT exam or is eligible to sit for the exam

· University courses completed including physical, chemical and biological processes of water, hydraulics, and water and wastewater treatment.

· Water and sewer hydraulic modeling experience

· 1-5 years of experience

· Creative problem-solving skills

· Excellent communication skills including technical writing and presentations

· Ability to work in a team environment and self-directed

· Working knowledge of AutoCAD

· MS Office proficiency

· Ability to travel to project sites throughout Arizona to support projects

 

Preferences

· AutoCAD proficient

· MicroStation experience

· esri ArcGIS experience

 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; color vision is very helpful. Occasional field work may be required and includes walking through uneven, rugged terrain, requiring good balance, ability to walk moderate to long distances, and good general vision and depth of field vision.

 

Work Environment

The noise level in the office work environment is moderate. May be required to work in external environment in all weather conditions.

 

Salary

Competitive Salary commensurate with experience and capabilities

 

PACE is an equal opportunity employer.

 

At this time, PACE will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. Local candidates are preferred and no relocation package is offered.

 

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE.

Company Description

PACE is a specialized civil engineering firm focusing on advanced water resource services with unique research and development capabilities through our onsite water quality and piloting laboratories. We offer a wide range of engineering services related to water, wastewater, stormwater management, water resource planning, regulatory compliance and energy sustainability to ensure projects are both economically viable and environmentally sensitive. Our engineering approach focuses on maximizing value by applying state-of-the art analytical tools and designing water infrastructure systems that include environmental, aesthetic and recreation uses. PACE staff members include licensed professional engineers, scientists, PhDs, university instructors and policymakers in the water resource arena.

When you join our PACE family, you join a group of individuals with a shared passion for water, a desire to grow, and a determination to make a difference. We believe it is important to cultivate a team-oriented, purpose-driven, and encouragement-led culture to best achieve our goals and deliver quality work to our clients.

We provide an environment that incorporates professional and personal team building and growth through various interactive programs intended to cultivate a comfortable, collaborative and advanced-thinking environment. We promote these values with programs and events such as company-sponsored luncheons with group activities, training events, project presentations, iponsoring community support events, offsite gatherings, and more. We also welcome feedback to best understand our team's needs and concerns and continuously improve our company as a whole. With the following characteristics embedded in our culture, you will feel the difference in working for a company that cares:

Collaborative
Client-Focused
Have Fun
Thrive

Additionally, we maintain an active office environment to promote collaboration and efficient delivery of projects, with a wide variety of office perks:

•\tComplimentary breakfast and casual attire every Friday
•\tComplimentary tea, coffee, breakfast bars, and snacks offered daily
•\tHealth Incentive program
•\tStand up desks
•\tYoga ball chair
•\tCafé style break room with big screen TV

In addition to the competitive compensation, PTO, paid holiday, insurance and retirement (401k) benefits, PACE also offers:

•\tBonus pay opportunities
•\tPotential future shareholder opportunities
•\tReimbursement for personal health and wellness programs (such as gym memberships)
•\tReimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (such as co-pays/deductibles, expenses not qualified for insurance coverage, etc.)
•\tTuition, training and association due reimbursement
•\tFlexible spending accounts based on pre-tax payroll contributions for dependent care, medical, dental and vision expenses
•\tShort-term and Long-term disability insurance
•\tLife and AD&D insurance
•\tEmployee Assistance Program providing counseling for well-being, legal services, financial wellness and identity theft resources

* These programs each have guidelines for eligibility and reimbursement limits. Details of these programs can be provided upon request.

Company Description

PACE is a specialized civil engineering firm focusing on advanced water resource services with unique research and development capabilities through our onsite water quality and piloting laboratories. We offer a wide range of engineering services related to water, wastewater, stormwater management, water resource planning, regulatory compliance and energy sustainability to ensure projects are both economically viable and environmentally sensitive. Our engineering approach focuses on maximizing value by applying state-of-the art analytical tools and designing water infrastructure systems that include environmental, aesthetic and recreation uses. PACE staff members include licensed professional engineers, scientists, PhDs, university instructors and policymakers in the water resource arena.\r\n\r\nWhen you join our PACE family, you join a group of individuals with a shared passion for water, a desire to grow, and a determination to make a difference. We believe it is important to cultivate a team-oriented, purpose-driven, and encouragement-led culture to best achieve our goals and deliver quality work to our clients.\r\n \r\nWe provide an environment that incorporates professional and personal team building and growth through various interactive programs intended to cultivate a comfortable, collaborative and advanced-thinking environment. We promote these values with programs and events such as company-sponsored luncheons with group activities, training events, project presentations, iponsoring community support events, offsite gatherings, and more. We also welcome feedback to best understand our team's needs and concerns and continuously improve our company as a whole. With the following characteristics embedded in our culture, you will feel the difference in working for a company that cares:\r\n\r\nCollaborative\r\nClient-Focused\r\nHave Fun\r\nThrive\r\n\r\nAdditionally, we maintain an active office environment to promote collaboration and efficient delivery of projects, with a wide variety of office perks:\r\n\r\n•\tComplimentary breakfast and casual attire every Friday\r\n•\tComplimentary tea, coffee, breakfast bars, and snacks offered daily\r\n•\tHealth Incentive program\r\n•\tStand up desks\r\n•\tYoga ball chair\r\n•\tCafé style break room with big screen TV\r\n\r\nIn addition to the competitive compensation, PTO, paid holiday, insurance and retirement (401k) benefits, PACE also offers:\r\n\r\n•\tBonus pay opportunities\r\n•\tPotential future shareholder opportunities\r\n•\tReimbursement for personal health and wellness programs (such as gym memberships)\r\n•\tReimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (such as co-pays/deductibles, expenses not qualified for insurance coverage, etc.)\r\n•\tTuition, training and association due reimbursement\r\n•\tFlexible spending accounts based on pre-tax payroll contributions for dependent care, medical, dental and vision expenses\r\n•\tShort-term and Long-term disability insurance\r\n•\tLife and AD&D insurance\r\n•\tEmployee Assistance Program providing counseling for well-being, legal services, financial wellness and identity theft resources\r\n\r\n* These programs each have guidelines for eligibility and reimbursement limits. Details of these programs can be provided upon request.